Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart2h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

20. The Lymphatic System

Lymphatic Vasculature

Anatomy & Physiology

20. The Lymphatic System

Lymphatic Vasculature

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What lymphatic vessel collects interstitial fluid?

lymphatic duct

collecting vessel

lymphatic capillary

lymphatic trunk

cisterna chyli

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Understand the role of the lymphatic system: It is responsible for collecting and transporting interstitial fluid, which is the fluid that surrounds cells in tissues, back to the bloodstream.

Identify the components of the lymphatic system: The main components include lymphatic capillaries, collecting vessels, lymphatic trunks, lymphatic ducts, and the cisterna chyli.

Focus on lymphatic capillaries: These are small, thin-walled vessels located in the spaces between cells throughout the body. They are the initial point of entry for interstitial fluid into the lymphatic system.

Recognize the function of lymphatic capillaries: They collect interstitial fluid by allowing it to enter through their permeable walls, which are designed to let fluid in but prevent it from leaking out.

Differentiate lymphatic capillaries from other lymphatic vessels: Unlike larger vessels such as lymphatic trunks and ducts, lymphatic capillaries are the first step in the lymphatic pathway, directly collecting interstitial fluid from tissues.